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Twice
as large as all of the other major Hawaiian Islands
combined, the Big Island is also the youngest of the
island chain. At some 800,000 years of age, it's
also still growing.
The
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park contains one of the
world's most active volcanoes which continues to
pour into the sea adding to the shoreline.
From its snow capped
peaks to its black, white and green sand beaches the
island is really a study in contrasts. Rocky deserts
and lush rainforests. Peaceful bays and rolling
pasture land. Luxurious orchids and waterfalls on
the windward side, and areas on the western slopes
where the world famous Kona coffee is grown.
The Big Island is the
place for adventure. Horseback riding in Waimea.
Golf everywhere. Snow skiing (really!) at Mauna Kea.
The ocean is gorgeous at any time of year. Kona is
the marlin fishing capital of the Pacific. Or maybe
the quaint shops and restaurants of Hilo, will be
enough to keep you thoroughly entertained. The Big
Island is also the place for history. All over the
island you'll see petroglyphs, and heiau, ancient
places of worship. The royal summer palace and the
first Christian church in Hawaii will take you back
in time.
From the rainbows and
waterfalls of the windward side to the sun drenched
beaches of the Kona/Kohala Coast, the Big Island is
vibrant and alive.
And wherever you go,
you'll find the spirit of Aloha. Of course, you'll
find all of the amenities, attractions, activities,
and accommodations that will fit any pocketbook and
life style. You'll also find a physical beauty, a
depth of cultural heritage, and a spiritual warmth
that is without equal.
Whatever you're looking
for in a Hawaiian vacation, the Big Island offers
some great moments that could last a lifetime.
Because Hawaiian weather varies very little
throughout the year, the weather you'll experience
on the Big Island depends more on location than time
of year. The wide variety of climates and the
resulting range of temperatures and rainfall across
the island are due primarily to differences in
elevation and exposure to the moist northeasterly
trade winds. The average day-time temperature in the
coastal resort areas ranges from the mid 80's in the
summer months of May to October to the mid to low
70's during the winter months of November to April.
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